Title: Embracing the "Tom" Mentality: What 'Succession' Teaches Us About Wealth and Power If you've been watching 'Succession' this season, you may have noticed something strange happening. Suddenly, we're all turning into Toms - or at least, we're seeing ourselves reflected in this hapless character who's constantly striving for validation from the ultra-wealthy and powerful family he's a part of. And let's be real - isn't that what so many of us do every day? We may not be vying for a spot at the top of a media empire, but we're constantly hustling, working hard, trying to prove ourselves, and hoping that our efforts will be rewarded with success and recognition. But what does 'Succession' show us about this kind of striving? Well, for one thing, it forces us to confront the uncomfortable truth that we all want money and power - even if we're not willing to admit it to ourselves or others. We watch as the Roy family manipulates, betrays, and backstabs their way to the top, and we cringe - but we also can't look away. So what can we learn from this show? Perhaps it's that we need to be more open and honest about our desires, instead of pretending that we're only in it for the "greater good" or some other altruistic motive. Maybe we need to embrace the "Tom" mentality, and acknowledge that yes, we want to be rich and powerful - and that's okay. Of course, there are limits to this kind of thinking. We don't want to become ruthless or unethical in our pursuit of success - after all, the Roy family is hardly a shining example of moral behavior. But by acknowledging our own desires and embracing the fact that we're all a little bit "Tom," we can start to build a healthier relationship with wealth and power. In conclusion, 'Succession' may be a TV show, but it's also a mirror that reflects our own struggles and desires. By embracing the "Tom" mentality and being more honest about what we want, we can start to break down the barriers that hold us back and move closer to the success we crave. The article discusses the popular TV show 'Succession' and how it portrays the desire for money and power. The author notes that it's socially acceptable to have these desires as long as they are not directly expressed.
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